Found 1 items, similar to counter tenor.
English → English (gcide) Definition: counter tenor Counter \Coun"ter\, n. [See Counter, adv., Contra.] 1. (Naut.) The after part of a vessel's body, from the water line to the stern, -- below and somewhat forward of the stern proper. [1913 Webster] 2. (Mus.) Same as Contra. Formerly used to designate any under part which served for contrast to a principal part, but now used as equivalent to counter tenor. [1913 Webster] 3. (Far.) The breast, or that part of a horse between the shoulders and under the neck. [1913 Webster] 4. The back leather or heel part of a boot. [1913 Webster]